In a dramatic turn, newcomer John Sugden has revealed his connection to Aiden Moore,

his long-lost half-sister Victoria’s best friend. Despite his claims, viewers are skeptical of John’s honesty.

Making a splash since his arrival last month, John announced he is the son of Jack Sugden, leaving Victoria stunned and sparking a tumultuous romance with Aaron Dingle. As John settles into village life, Victoria’s curiosity gets the better of her, leading her to snoop in his van, where he shared a story about Aiden—his supposed best friend from their time in the army in Afghanistan.

John recounted a tragic incident where Aiden was killed by a bomb, claiming he tried to save him but was unsuccessful. However, many fans suspect that John may not be who he claims to be and theorize that the real John Sugden could be Aiden, with the newcomer possibly adopting his identity. This growing speculation adds layers of intrigue to John’s character as the Sugden family history unfolds.

Recently, the family tree was clarified: Jack Sugden, who passed away in 2009, had four children, including Jackie, who died in 1989, and Robert, with his late wife Pat, who died in 1986. Jack also had Victoria with his second wife Sarah, who tragically passed away in 2000, and he adopted Andy Sugden. It has been revealed that John’s mother, Barbara, had a brief affair with Jack, complicating the family dynamics even further.

As of now, Victoria is the only Sugden still residing in the village, but John’s arrival raises questions about other potential family members. Early in John’s romance with Aaron, neither realized John was the brother of Aaron’s ex-husband, Robert. Fans have been thrilled by Robert’s mention recently, with many hoping for his return, intensifying the drama surrounding the Sugden family.